Bachelor of Science in Fire and Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
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The online Bachelor of Science in Fire & Emergency Services Administration from LSU addresses critical challenges, such as coastal vulnerability and security concerns. By integrating expertise in emergency management with construction management and disaster science principles, students are equipped to develop resilient infrastructure and respond effectively to disasters, mitigate risks, and enhance community resilience.
Student Outcomes
Student learning outcomes for the online Bachelor of Science in Fire and Emergency Service Administration reflect the inter-disciplinary nature of the program and encompass a range of knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed below:
Emergency Management & Preparedness: Apply emergency management principles, theories,
and practices to effectively plan and lead fire and emergency service operations.
Fire Science Expertise: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of fire behavior, prevention,
suppression, and investigation.
Management & Leadership: Develop effective leadership and management skills to lead
and manage teams in emergency situations.
Strategic Planning: Apply strategic planning and decision-making techniques to address
complex emergency service challenges.
Risk Assessment & Safety: Lead and manage emergency services organizations effectively
to prioritize safety, minimize risks, and ensure the well-being of both responders
and the communities they serve.
Interagency Coordination & Community Engagement: Collaborate with various agencies
and the community to promote awareness, build resilience, and facilitate effective
emergency response and recovery efforts.
Incident Command Systems (ICS): Apply ICS principles to manage incidents effectively,
ensuring coordination and communication among responders.
Data Analysis: Utilize data and technology to analyze trends, assess response effectiveness,
and make data- driven decisions.
Project Management: Apply the PM process to manage projects effectively, including
the management of scope, time, costs, and quality, ensuring satisfying the needs for
which the project was undertaken.
Embedded Minors
This program includes an embedded minor in Disaster Science and Management that meets the education and training requirement for a Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) and Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) provided by the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM).
The Construction Management Minor expands the degree to include basic construction project management skills along with a knowledge of building structure and related construction processes.
Courses
Disaster and Emergency Management Core: The disaster and emergency management core is focused on hazards, disasters, emergency management fundamentals, hazard risk reduction, and geographic information systems. The course also cover topics such as incident command systems, construction applications, and essential industry leadership.
Construction Management Core: These core courses providing a foundation in construction management principles, including construction equipment, estimating, scheduling and cost control, and project management.
Foundation Courses: These courses prepare students with enhanced skills in writing, reasoning communication, and more. Beyond their use in daily life, these skills allow students to excel in higher level coursework.
*Minor in Disaster Science and Management (18 credits)
**Minor in Construction Management (18 credits)
NOTE: The B.S in Fire & Emergency Services Administration is a degree completion program to enable students to transfer in the credits from an Associate degree in Fire & Emergency Services or related fields.
Students applying for this degree are encouraged to work with their advisors to ensure optimal transferability of credits.